Individuals can get re-infected with COVID-19 even after recovery and vaccination, UAE ministry warns
- 03 Nov 2020
Gulf Today, Staff Reporter
The UAE Government shared the latest development on coronavirus situation in the country.
The Health Ministry during a media briefing said a person could get re-infected after recovery, urging people to take precaution.
The ministry said, “It is possible to be re-infected by the same virus after recovery or after vaccination, the body develops antibodies whose validity varies from disease to disease, some of which last for life and some last for a specified period after vaccination or infection.”
Changes and development of viruses over the period may affect immunity and its persistence in the human body.
The ministry said, “We advise you not to believe information from unknown sources or use unlicenced treatments or home remedies without contacting accredited health centres.”
The authorities said that community unity at a time of crisis is a demand and a higher interest for all. And trust in health procedures is important as it is based on the latest scientific, medical and research tributaries.
The authorities have urged residents to adhere to Health Ministry’s guidelines and social distancing rules to combat coronavirus in the UAE.
